Operating Instructions 32”/37” Class 1080p LCD HDTV (31.5/37.0 inches measured diagonally) Manual de instrucciones Televisión de alta definición de 1080p y clase 32”/37” de LCD (31,5/37,0 pulgadas medidas diagonalmente) Model No. Número de modelo TC-L32S1 TC-L37S1 Quick Start Guide (See page 8-16) Guía de inicio rápido (vea la página 8-16) For assistance (U.S.A./Puerto Rico), please call: 1-877-95-VIERA (958-4372) or visit us at www.panasonic.
Turn your own living room into a movie theater! Experience an amazing level of multimedia excitement DIGITAL TELEVISION TRANSITION NOTICE This device contains a digital television tuner, so it should receive digital over the air TV programming, with a suitable antenna, after the end of full-power analog TV broadcasting in the United States (as required by law) on February 17, 2009.
Contents Please read before using the unit Safety Precautions ······································· 4 Enjoy rich multimedia SD memory card Camcorder VCR Amplifier Home theater system Set Top Box DVD recorder/ DVD player/ Blu-ray Disc Blu-ray Disc player recorder Enjoy your TV! Basic Features Watching TV··············································· 17 Using VIERA TOOLS ································· 19 Viewing from SD Card ······························· 20 Watching Videos and DVDs ············
Safety Precautions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover or back. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. The lightning flash with arrowhead within a triangle is intended to tell the user that parts inside the product are a risk of electric shock to persons.
19) An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines, other electric light, power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. 20) Unplug this LCD TV from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a.
Safety Precautions (Continued) CEA CHILD SAFETY NOTICES: Flat panel displays are not always supported on the proper stands or installed according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Flat panel displays that are inappropriately situated on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, speakers, chests or carts may fall over and may cause personal injury or even death. The consumer electronics industry (of which Panasonic is a member) is committed to making home entertainment enjoyable and safe.
FCC STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Accessories/Optional Accessory Accessories Check you have all the items shown. Accessories Remote Control Transmitter N2QAYB000321 Batteries for the Remote Control Transmitter (2) Cleaning cloth Pedestal TBL2AX00261 (TC-L32S1) TBL2AX00271 (TC-L37S1) AA Battery Accessories Assembly screws (4) M4 × 10 Operating Instructions Quick Setup Guide Product Registration Card (U. S. A) Customer Care Plan Card (U. S.
Attaching the pedestal to TV Fix securely with assembly screws A . (Total 4 screws) Tighten screws firmly. A A Quick Start Guide Accessories/Optional Accessory Foam mat or thick soft cloth WARNING Always be sure to ask a qualified technician to carry out set-up. Incorrect fitting may cause equipment to fall, resulting in injury and product damage. Do not disassemble or modify the pedestal. Otherwise the TV may fall over and become damaged, and personal injury may result.
Basic Connection Example 1 Connecting Antenna (To watch TV) TV VHF/UHF Antenna VHF/UHF Antenna Cable TV (National Television System Committee): • NTSC Conventional broadcasting (Advanced Television Systems Committee): • ATSC Digital TV Standards include digital high-definition television (HDTV), standard-definition television (SDTV), data broadcasting, multi-channel surround-sound audio and interactive television.
Example 2 TV Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) (To record/playback) AV Equipment (e.g. DVD Recorder or VCR) DVD Recorder If the source has a higher resolution signal (480p/720p/1080i/1080p), connection can be made with the use of a Component Video or HDMI cable. VCR Connection can be made with the use of an RF cable and Composite Video/S Video cable. (p.
Basic Connection (Continued) Example 3 Connecting DVD recorder (VCR) and satellite receiver TV DVD Recorder or VCR Satellite Receiver You can enjoy high-definition programming by subscribing to high-definition satellite service. Connection can be done with the use of HDMI or Component Video cable. (p.
AV cable connections To use HDMI terminals A HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI AV OUT AV Equipment e.g. Blu-ray Disc player To use COMPONENT terminals B Y green Y red green green PB COMPONENT blue blue red red PB L PR AUDIO white R COMPONENT IN red VIDEO OUT AV Equipment PR L e.g. Blu-ray Disc player white white AUDIO R OUT red red Recorders may also be connected to COMPOSITE or S VIDEO terminals.
Identifying Controls TV controls/indicators Front of the TV Selects channels in sequence Volume up/down Menu navigations Changes the input mode Chooses menu and submenu entries. Power indicator (on: red, off: no light) POWER button Remote control sensor Within about 23 feet (7 meters) in front of the TV set. Note The TV consumes a limited amount of power as long as the power cord is inserted into the wall outlet. Do not place any objects between the TV remote control sensor and remote control.
First Time Setup “First time setup” is displayed only when the TV is turned on for the first time after the power cord is inserted into a wall outlet and when “Auto power on” (p. 28-29) is set to “No”. Turn the TV On with the POWER button or or (TV) (Remote) * This setting will be skipped next time if you select “Home”. Quick Start Guide Select your language Language English Español Français select ok Be sure to select “Home” Please select your viewing environment.
First Time Setup (Continued) Auto channel setup Select “ANT/Cable setup” First time setup next Language Clock select ANT/Cable setup Input labels Select “ANT in” set ANT/Cable setup Cable ANT in Auto program select ANT in Cable: Cable TV Antenna: Antenna Not used: Skip TV tuning go to Select “Not used” when no wire is connected to the “Antenna/Cable” terminal. Typical when Cable/Satellite box is connected to a TV input. Prevents accidental tuning to an unavailable signal.
Watching TV Connect the TV to a cable box/cable, set-top-box, satellite box or antenna cable (p. 10-13) To watch TV and other functions Turn power on Note If the mode is not TV, press select TV. (p. 22) or and Select a channel number up or ■ To directly input the digital channel number When tuning to a digital channel, press the button to enter the minor number in a compound channel number.
Watching TV (Continued) ■ Other Useful Functions (Operate after ) ■ Displays or removes the channel banner. Clock Channel Information Recall THE NEWS 15-2 12:30 PM ABC-HD CC SAP TV-G 1080i Standard 4:3 30 Station SAP Signal identifier indication resolution Closed caption Rating Level Picture mode Sleep timer remaining time Aspect ratio ■ Press FORMAT to cycle through the aspect modes. (p.
Using VIERA TOOLS VIERA TOOLS are the easy way to access high use menu items. They are displayed as shortcut icons on the TV screen. Unlike a conventional menu, you can enjoy using, playing or setting a function quickly. Display VIERA TOOLS Select the item select next GAME MODE Viewing Displayed “VIERA Link control” menu (p. 34-35) Start Slideshow (p. 20-21) Please select Picture mode. Game mode allows optimum picture settings for gaming. Game Standard Displayed “ECO/energy saving” (p.
Viewing from an SD Card You can view photos taken with a digital camera or digital video camera and saved on an SD card. (Media other than SD Cards may not be reproduced properly.) Photo viewer Insert the SD card * This setting will be skipped next time unless you select “Set later”. Set “SD card setting” and select “Play SD card now” “SD card setting” will be displayed automatically each time an SD card is inserted for the first time. Slideshow: A Slideshow will start automatically next time.
VIERA IMAGE VIEWER The VIERA Image Viewer is a function that lets you easily view still and motion images on a VIERA television by simply inserting an SD card into the VIERA SD card slot. Insert the card Remove the card Compliant card type (maximum capacity): SDHC Card (16 GB), SD Card (2 GB), miniSD Card (1 GB) (requiring miniSD Card adapter) For cautions and details on SD Cards (p. 46) Label surface SD Card Press in lightly on SD Card, then release.
Watching Videos and DVDs If you have applicable equipment connected to the TV, you can watch videos and DVDs on the TV’s screen. Input Select You can select the external equipment to access. With the connected equipment turned On Display the Input select menu Select the input mode Press corresponding NUMBER button on the remote control to select the input of your choice.
VIERA LinkTM Setting If you connect equipment that has the “HDAVI Control” function to a TV using an HDMI cable, you will find it easier to use. Please refer to p. 30-35. Before using these functions, you need to set “VIERA Link” setting to “On” as shown below.
Displaying PC Screen on TV The screen of the PC connected to the unit can be displayed on the TV. You can also listen to PC sound with the audio cable connected. To connect PC (p. 43) Display the Input select menu Input select 1 TV 2 Component 3 HDMI 1 4 HDMI 2 5 HDMI 3 6 Video 1 7 Video 2 8 PC AUX GAME GAME GAME Select “PC” Corresponding signals (p.
■ PC menu setting (change as desired) Making settings Menu “How to Use Menu Functions” to Item Reset to defaults Sync Dot clock (p. 26) Adjustments/Configurations (options) Resets PC adjust H & V: The H and V sync signals are input from the HD/VD connector. (p. 48) On green: Uses a synchronized signal on the Video G signal, which is input from the G connector. (p. 48) Alleviates the problem if a picture appears to be vertically-striped, flickers partially or is blurred.
How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you. Display menu ■ Menu list Menu Item Reset to defaults Picture mode Back light Contrast, Brightness, Color, Tint, Sharpness Displays the functions that can be set (varies depending on the input signal) Color temp. Color mgmt. x.v.Color A.I.
Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Resets all picture adjustments to factory default settings except for “Advanced picture”. Reset to defaults Basic picture mode (Vivid/Standard/Cinema/Game/Custom) (p. 47) Picture mode Adjusts luminance of the back light. Adjusts color, brightness, etc. for each picture mode to suit your taste Display range Contrast/Brightness/Color/Sharpness: 0 - 100 Tint: -50 - +50 Selects a choice of Cool(blue), Normal, or Warm(red) color.
How to Use Menu Functions Various menus allow you to make settings for the picture, sound, and other functions so that you can enjoy watching TV best suited for you.
(Continued) Adjustments/Configurations (alternatives) Sets the mode to select the channel with Channel up/down button (All/Favorite/Digital only/Analog only) Favorite: Only channels registered as FAVORITE (p. 18) Channel surf mode • All Language Adjusts the clock (p. 15) Clock Sets channels (p. 39) ANT/Cable setup Selects the terminal and label of the external equipment (p. 41) Input labels Controls equipment connected to HDMI terminals (p.
VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM” Simultaneously control all Panasonic “HDAVI Control” equipped components using one button on the TV remote. Enjoy additional HDMI Inter-Operability with Panasonic products which have the “HDAVI Control” function. This TV supports “HDAVI Control 4” function. Connections to some Panasonic equipment (DVD recorder DIGA, HD Camcorder, Player theatre, RAM theater, Amplifier, etc.) with HDMI cables allow you to interface with them automatically.
VIERA LinkTM Connections If connection (or setting) of equipment compatible with HDAVI control is changed, switch the power of this unit Off and On again while the power of all equipment is On (so that the unit can correctly recognize the connected equipment) and check that the DVD recorder (DIGA), RAM theater, and Player theater playback operate. Follow the connection diagrams below for HDAVI control of a single piece of AV equipment such as a DVD recorder (DIGA), RAM theater, or Player theater system.
VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM” Display menu Automatic Input Switching Power on link Select “Setup” select Menu Picture next Audio VIERA Link SD card Closed caption Setup Select “VIERA Link settings” Setup 2/2 select VIERA Link settings ECO/energy saving Advanced setup On Power on link Yes Power off link Yes (for “HDAVI Control 4” (with quick start mode)) Auto power stand-by (for “HDAVI Control 2 or later”) select Default speakers Select “VIERA Link” VIERA Link Stand-by power save next
(Continued) At the start of the DIGA, Player theater, or RAM theater playback, the TV’s input automatically switches to the input based on the playback equipment. For the RAM theater, the speakers automatically switch to the theater system. If using the DIGA operation, the TV’s input automatically switches to the DIGA and DIGA menu is displayed. When “Yes” is selected (p.
VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM” You can enjoy more convenient operation with the “HDAVI Control” function in the “VIERA Link” menu. For more details on the “HDAVI Control” function, refer to p.
(Continued) You can select Home theater or TV speakers for audio output. Control theater speakers with the TV’s remote control. This function is available only when Panasonic Amplifier or Player theater is connected. Select “Speaker output” Select “Home theater” or “TV” Record now ■Home theater: Volume up / down Mute select change Stop recording Adjustment for equipment VIERA Link control ■ Recorder Speaker output The sound of the TV is muted.
Lock You can lock specified channels or shows to prevent children from watching objectionable content. Display menu Select “Lock” next Menu Picture You will be asked to enter your password each time you display the Lock menu. select Audio Timer Lock VIERA Link SD card Closed caption Setup Input your 4-digit password A 4-digit code must be entered to view a blocked program or change rating settings. If it is your first time entering the Password password, enter the password Enter password.
■ To select the channel or the rating of the program to be locked Select up to 7 (1-7) channels to be blocked. These channels will be blocked regardless of the program rating. Channel lock Select “Mode” and set to “Custom” Select channel to lock. Channel lock Channel 1 Game lock select To lock/unlock all channels: Select “Mode” and set to “All” or “Off”.
Editing and Setting Channels The current channel settings can be changed according to your needs and reception conditions.
Automatically searches and adds available channels to the memory. Select “ANT in” Select a scanning mode (p. 16) Select Cable or Antenna. Or select “Not used” (p. 16). Auto program Select “Auto program” Analog only ANT/Cable setup select Digital only next Cable ANT in ok All channels Auto program Manual program Settings are made automatically select Signal meter After the scanning is completed, select “Apply” (see below ). All previously saved channels are erased.
Closed Caption Display menu Select “Closed caption” Menu next Picture select Audio Timer Lock ■ Press to exit from VIERA Link SD card a menu screen Closed caption Setup The television includes a built-in decoder that is capable of providing a text display of the audio. The program being viewed must be transmitting Closed caption (CC) information. (p.
Input Labels Display menu Select “Setup” next Menu Picture select Audio Timer Lock VIERA Link SD card Closed caption Setup Setup next 1/2 Channel surf mode All select Language Clock ANT/Cable setup Input labels Input Labels Closed Caption Select “Input labels” ■ Press to exit from a menu screen ■ Select the terminal and label of the external equipment Advanced Devices connected to external input terminals can be labeled for easier identification during input selection.
Using Timer The TV can automatically turn On/Off at the designated date and time. The Clock must be set before On time/Off time settings. (p. 15) The “Sleep” timer and “On / Off timer” will not work if the “Auto power on” (p. 28) is set.
Recommended AV Connections These diagrams show our recommendations on how to connect the TV unit to your various equipment. For other connections, consult the instructions for each piece of equipment and its specifications. For additional assistance, please visit our website at: www.panasonic.com www.panasonic.ca Back of the TV AC 110-127 V 60 Hz AC Cord (Connect after all the other connections are complete.
Ratings List for Lock “V-chip” technology enables you to lock channels or shows according to standard ratings set by the entertainment industry. (p. 37) ■ U.S. MOVIE RATINGS (MPAA) NR G PG PG-13 R NC-17 X NO RATING (NOT RATED) AND NA (NOT APPLICABLE) PROGRAMS. Movie which has not been rated or where rating does not apply. GENERAL AUDIENCES. All ages admitted. PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED. Some material may not be suitable for children. PARENTS STRONGLY CAUTIONED.
Technical Information Closed caption (CC) For viewing the CC of digital broadcasting, set the aspect to FULL (If viewing with H-FILL, JUST, ZOOM or 4:3; characters might be cut off). The CC can be displayed on the TV if the receiver (such as a set-top box or satellite receiver) has the CC set On using the Component or HDMI connection to the TV. If the CC is set to On on both the receiver and TV when the signal is 480i (except for the HDMI connection), the CC may overlap on the TV.
Technical Information (Continued) Data format for SD Card browsing Photo: Still images recorded with digital still cameras compatible with JPEG files of DCF* and EXIF** standards Data format: Baseline JPEG (Sub-sampling: 4:4:4, 4:2:2 or 4:2:0) Max.
VIERA LinkTM “HDAVI ControlTM” HDMI connections to some Panasonic equipment allow you to interface automatically. (p. 30) This function may not work normally depending on the equipment condition. The equipment can be operated by other remote controls with this function on even if TV is in Standby mode. Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when the playback starts. Image or sound may not be available for the first few seconds when Input mode is switched.
Technical Information (Continued) H size Aspect Ratio: 4:3 Size 1 Size 2 The width will be decreased on both sides to reduce noise. Aspect Ratio: FULL/JUST(H-FILL/ZOOM) Size 1 Size 2 The width will be increased on both sides to reduce noise.
Care and Cleaning First, unplug the Power cord plug from the wall outlet. Display panel The front of the display panel has been specially treated. Wipe the panel surface gently using only a cleaning cloth or a soft, lintfree cloth. If the surface is particularly dirty, soak a soft, lint-free cloth in diluted mild liquid dish soap (1 part mild liquid dish soap diluted by 100 times the amount of water) and then wring the cloth to remove excess liquid.
FAQ Before requesting service or assistance, please follow these simple guides to resolve the problem. If the problem still persists, please contact your local Panasonic dealer or Panasonic Service Center for assistance. For details (p. 54, 55) For additional assistance, please contact us via the website at: www.panasonic.com/contactinfo www.panasonic.ca White spots or shadow images (noise) Check the position, direction, and connection of the antenna.
If there is a problem with your TV, please refer to the table below to determine the symptoms, then carry out the suggested check. If this does not solve the problem, please contact your local Panasonic dealer, quoting the model number and serial number (both found on the rear of the TV). Problem Actions Screen Chaotic image, noisy Check nearby electrical products. (car or motorcycle ignition systems, fluorescent lamp, etc.) No image can be displayed Check Picture menu (p.
Specifications TC-L32S1 TC-L37S1 AC 110-127 V, 60 Hz Power Source Power Consumption Display panel Sound Maximum Standby condition 123 W 0.2 W 151 W 0.2 W Aspect Ratio 16:9 Visible screen size (W × H × Diagonal) 32” class (31.5 inches measured diagonally) 37” class (37.0 inches measured diagonally) 27.5 ” × 15.4 ” × 31.5 ” (698 mm × 392 mm × 801 mm) 32.2 ” × 18.1 ” × 37.0 ” (819 mm × 460 mm × 940 mm) (No.
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This product has a fluorescent lamp that contains mercury. Disposal may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities, or the Electronic Industries Alliance: http://www.eiae.org. Este producto tiene una lámpara fluorescente que contiene mercurio. Debido a consideraciones ambientales, puede que deshacerse de este material esté regulado en su comunidad.